pumpkin seed kernels
2011 crop Grade AA

Pumpkin seeds come from the cucurbita family (cucurbita pepo) and are a natural, healthy and exceptionally nutritious food. The oil they contain, ranging 40-50%, is rich in unsaturated fatty acids. Their protein content ranges from 30 to 40%, whereas they present the highest concentration among all other seeds. They are also rich in vitamins E, C and A.

Pumpkin seeds may be regarded as a health food of no or minimal processing (e.g. roasting), well-suited for a properly balanced diet. Dried fruits, nuts and seeds are placed at the middle of the food guide pyramid.